Once again they have supplied us with a stunning Christmas tree…read more Never again will we use the pop up sellers. Elliot Clark Flowers have great service and delivered on time and exactly what we asked for. Last years tree lasted at least 24 days. Support your local shop and you won't be disappointed.

An absolutely stunning florists that always has an abundance of flowers and greenery housed outside…read moremaking this place look like a floral paradise. The green border with classic signage adds to this traditional feel of this florists and makes it a very exciting place indeed. Even if you're just walking by you will smell the sweet floral scents and the colours are always so eye catching. Fabulous if you're looking for bouquets, potted plants, single flowers or blooms on a larger scale for parties or functions.

HOT HOT HOT CHOCOLATE for ALL chocolate LOVERS! The…read morechocolate tree is located on a busy road and still it's easy to find car parking nearby, especially on a Sunday. Also conveniently accessible by bus. There is not much sitting space, such best to book in advance. We got a lovely table at the front window (which by the way is the only table in the front of the shop). I believe there is a very small sitting area in the back. You can find lots of chocolate variations on display on cupboard shelves. At the moment they offer 10% off chocolate bars before a certain time of the day. There are also macaroons, ice cream a (not gelato), pralines and little "cakes". Above the main entrance you see the drink menu written on huge chalk boards: Traditional chocolate, one for kids and one for adults, white chocolate, milky chocolate, dark chocolate and much more. They do coffee too. I ordered salted caramel ice cream and milk chocolate, which was the best hot milk chocolate in Edinburgh so far, and not to mention I got served plenty of it in a big mug. Definitely worth the money. Must confess, my eyes were bigger than my stomach and next time a hot chocolate will be plenty :-) They are also present with stalls at various Edinburgh markets, like Stockbridge. Its an ideal place to take away and enjoy the "pleasures" somewhere else.

For those 'in the know', the chocolate tree has been an online business for quite some time, but…read moredecided to open up their own shop in our very own city, Edinburgh. If you like chocolate, you will LOVE The Chocolate Tree. Located in the trendy Bruntsfield area, it is in the perfect position to sit in and gorge or sit out and gorge. Their chocolates are all organic (so at least your conscious feels good about eating copious amounts of chocolate...) The decor is very chic, trendy and indulgent. Indeed, I think Indulgence is a theme in the cafe. My first visit was under sad circumstances - recently single and feeling vulnerable, my friend took me and ordered me the 'Spanish Hot Chocolate' (see picture). Oh My God. Where I was feeling despairing, distraught and dismayed I was overcome with delight, deliriousness and felt thoroughly delectable!! It was perfect...perhaps a bit rich, but the first few sips were to die for. It even came with a little dough cake-thing to dip into the thick, gloopy chocolate, like fondue! It would have been ideal for two to share. To be honest, I'm not what you would call a choc-a-holic - especially now that Cadbury's is no longer considered 'chocolate'. But there is something for everyone to enjoy, whether its a slice of their GLORIOUS chocolate cake (it was delicious, after a while I felt I should find a mirror to check if my pupils had dilated) or one of their mini chocolate bites. If you can't make it to the shop they sell online and they're much cheaper than their competition ( it's one of their ethical principles, woohoo!). It really is worth visiting, on a warm summer day to lounge and indulge yourself, or on a cold winter evening to keep yourself warm. It's the sort of place I imagine Harry Potter would sit in...

I'm not usually one to be intrigued by aesthetics, but when passing this shop I couldn't help but…read morego in. Firstly, the smell of the flowers was amazing and this was aided by the simplistic, warming exterior that brought a sparkle of colour to an otherwise dull part of Ormiston Terrace. Upon entering the shop, you find yourself travelling down a channel of pristinely arranged bouquets leading down to the service counter. The staff are extremely helpful and responded to all my queries with a cheerful mannerism and without any hesitation. The range of services available is vast, as mentioned in the previous review, and the staff are more than happy to give you advice on what would be most appropriate for your intended purpose. Unfortunately due to my budget constraints, I left with the smallest rose available... but a pleasant experience nonetheless.

This shop is beautifully laid out and filled with helpful staff to boot. Placing made to order…read moredisplays aand bouquets in the shop front allows the customer to see exactly what they could be buying without having to overwork their imagination! On request, bouquets can be constructed from the value of £5 to upwards of £100 and any variety of flowers, ribbons, bows, vases and baskets can be included in your gift! As well as bouquets, Flower Bomb sells plants and garden paraphenalia; I purchased an orchid a few months ago now and you will be pleased to hear it is lasting well! This florist not only caters to your flower and gardening needs, but does so on for the customer on a budget or willing to splurge! A winner!

Was getting a tattoo in the area and knew I needed to eat something prior to my appointment. It's a…read moresmall little pastry shop but a lot to offer! The girl behind the counter was very nice and let us take our time choosing what we wanted. We could have easily bought the whole store but only grabbed three things. For me the highlight was the strawberry croissant! I can't wait to come back and try more

I have been going to this bakery for over 30 years (spending lots of money over that period) and it…read moreis with sadness that i have to write this review. Whilst in the bakery a member of staff started on me for no reason and falsely accused me of things. Whilst dealing with another member of staff the said individual started on me. After a couple of hours i went back to speak to the management. When i asked to speak to the manager the same member of staff was laughing at me saying she was going to phone the police. I have tried to correct this with no response. I can only recommend to people to AVOID THIS BAKERY. god only knows what might happen there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Looking for the perfect lunch spot on the Royal Mile? Check out Luckenbooths featuring local…read moreScottish produce and seasonally influenced flavors with views overlooking Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks! We were traveling with our daughter's rugby team and were able to add ourselves onto the large reservation with ease. Service was prompt and friendly! Such a gorgeous space! Loved the high ceilings, beautiful bar area and spacious lounge! We devoured every bite of our food! Highly recommend! The burger was cooked perfectly and the fish was flaky and delicious! Pricing on point for this touristy location. The patio is a nice spot for when the weather breaks! Carrot & Shallot Soup Tweed Valley Beef Burger Luckenbooths Fish & Chips

Stopped in for breakfast…read more My wife has a gluten and dairy allergy, and I've got a tree nut allergy, Alpha-Gal, plus a diabetes kicker. We're usually a solid test for any kitchen. Staff handled it well. Bex--who is gluten intolerant--was especially helpful and knew exactly what to flag and what could be adjusted. We were able to order without a long back-and-forth, which is always a good sign. Good menu, food was tasty, and more importantly, we felt confident eating it. Best breakfast on our trip. Relaxed atmosphere, roomy dining room and an easy place to start the day. Good for: business meals, small kids Highly recommend. Would come back.

visited the restaurant for breakfast on Monday 18th December at 10.30 am where the staff said , to…read moretheir surprise ,they weren't busy. Two cooked breakfasts were ordered ; one being vegetarian with Quorn sausages which were dry and so hard couldn't be cut through with a knife and fork and the scrambled egg was over cooked and dry , the on,y edible part were the beans and a large mushroom. The meat bacon and sausage and scrambled egg were all said to be over cooked as was the potato scone. we were very disappointed and won't repeat the experience.

I always planned to go there and finally I made it last Saturday afternoon. The car park was pretty…read morefull and not much space to maneuver around. This place is massive and you can get all sorts of items, besides the obvious plant collection. They already prepare for Christmas and artificial Christmas tree choices are ready to be carried out. There are several sections for the young and older generation amongst us. Personally I liked the kitchen appliance selection , the restaurant (self service) and the gift choices. Its the ideal place to go xmas shopping. In the back there are more shops, like Lakeland. Its a shopping center within a shopping centre :-). You might ask why only 2 stars? The reason being that the animal section, I felt, was a bit neglected. I saw a hamster in a cage with a tumor on his back side, lying in his excrements. It made my heart bleed and I should have said something. Sadly I could not find anybody to complain to. Would I go back? Considering that this place is not the cheapest and how they keep animals caged up, I have my doubts I'm eager to go back.

In the sea of "I Heart Scotland" hoodies hanging outside tourist shops, there stands the Bonnie…read moreBlue Gallery. It's a bit of a haven for locals since (hoorah!) there are no Scotland t shirts or Nessie magnets in sight. Instead, it prides itself on selling personalised, kooky gifts that are homely and original. I was a big fan of this shop because it was filled to the brim of handmade clay cat ornaments, not to mention a really cute cat dish with little kitties popping over the brim of it. There were some pretty cups that I was almost tempted to buy, didn't in the end, and now want to go back for. They were only 7 quid and featured little sketches of different animal breeds (think Edward Monkton). I was torn between buying one with colourful dinosaurs on it or, quel surprise, the one with cats all over it. They had some lovely fridge magnets, crockery, lamps and hand knitted bags. They had some gifts with a supernatural quality, such as handmade castle ornaments that looked like they had been inspired by the sublime look of Highland manors. This store was cosy, cute and tastefully Scottish themed without having to scream about it. What a refreshing gift shop on the Royal Mile - I would recommend it to the locals as much as tourists!

This isn't another run of the mill gift shop on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. The beauty of the gifts and…read moretrinkets in The Bonnie Blue Gallery is that they are mainly all handmade and unique items, making it perfect for gifts that show you really care. No Up Yer Kilt fridge magnets here. I remember receiving a coin purse for my birthday about 3 years ago from a relative and discovering it was from Bonnie Blue, so I have been in and out of this shop for a few years now, and each time I have picked up something or other for gifts or as a wee treat for myself because the products are beautiful and different. The prices reflect this but I wouldn't say that it's an expensive shop-you simply pay for the great quality. Not to be lumped in with old fuddy duddy stores that sell tweed and cashmere and not much else, Bonnie Blue is suitable for gifts for all ages, and I guarantee the recipient will love it!

I took my niece here for a special treat, we were warmly welcomed and our order was taken promptly,…read morecan't fault the service. We really enjoyed our yummy treats too, the fruit tart was delicious and my niece gave a thumbs up for the crepes. i think we will be back again soon.

Seeing the colorful pastries in the window, I knew I had to stop in and check it. I discovered it…read morewas a chain later, but each Patisserie Valerie has the same feel of a classy, upscale pastry café with great music and lovely people. For seating, there is plenty of chairs and small tables for larger groups. I ordered the latte and fruit tart and would recommend to others! The tart's cream was a little excessive but the fruit was fresh and added a great flavor.